Question

a triangle is dilated by a scale factor of $n = \frac{1}{3}$. which statement is true regarding the dilation?
it is a reduction because $n>1$.
it is a reduction because $0 < n < 1$.
it is an enlargement because $n>1$.
it is an enlargement because $0>n>1$.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall dilation rule

If \(0 < n<1\), it's a reduction.

Step2: Analyze given scale - factor

Given \(n = \frac{1}{3}\), and \(0<\frac{1}{3}<1\).

Answer:

It is a reduction because \(0 < n < 1\).